Question

What is the epistemology of loss in this world of possessions? How has the child learned to stand up in life?

Answer 1

The epistemology of loss is described as the theory or study that teaches the nature/character of loss. The child learns that though he would lose possessions in life, he needs to forget it and move on as 'no one buys a ball back.'

Explanation:

• 'The Ball' poem written by John Berryman discusses a very significant theme of 'standing up against the losses and sorrows in life and enjoy life and its every moment purposefully.'
• This theme has been conveyed through the metaphor of 'ball' that represents humans' materialistic and worldly attachments and its loss is the cause of all the sufferings and miseries of life.
• Thus, the author presents his epistemology of loss in this 'world of possessions' and suggests that 'we need to learn to cope with the losses and learn to live happily without them' as no one will bring it back for us.
• The boy learns to accept the harsh reality of loss and stand up against the pain and miseries and learn to cherish each moment of life.

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